the 2026 Festival

2026 Festival comes to a close

WELCOME TO THE 2026 FESTIVAL

It is with great delight and excitement that we launch our Performing Arts Festival for 2026.

The opening event is the adult choir workshop day on 1 February 2026 entitled Stage and Screen. The Key Stage two workshop this year is entitled Tiny Strings: Big Voices. The Young Musician of the Year has become so popular that we have decided to split vocals from instrumentalists in successive years starting with only instrumentalist performers in 2026. In addition to all our usual classes and range of workshops and showcases there are some exciting additions;

  • Graded piano classes are now open to all ages; if you are working towards a grade then just enter that class- even if you have only been learning for a short time.  We have taken away the expectation that the graded pieces will be from the ABRSM syllabus so please bring a copy of the piece you are playing for the adjudicator on the day.
  • We have added a new class for barbershop quartets; this is a new venture for the festival and we hope this genre will grow in the future
  • We have added a new class for community choirs; do come and join us.
  • A new music theatre audition workshop is available  - please read the details under workshops
  • The Sondheim class was so popular we have retained it but added a new class for Ivor Novello pieces too
  • Other classes have been added or amended in response to our performers suggestions - please read the class descriptions carefully.

The festival is non profit making and is run entirely by unpaid volunteers and therefore we have difficult choices to make when our costs increase. The cost for renting the Town Hall has increased significantly this year and we have decided to increase the entry fees of all classes by £1 to cover this increase. We would prefer not to do this but needs must.  We hope to keep all workshop entry fees and audience tickets prices at the 2025 levels.

On this webpage you will find details of dates, classes, workshops, concerts, Young Musician of the Year, showcases and the Discofest at Mrs S together with all the information you will need to enter and prepare for the festival with points of contact, festival rules and much more. All entries are now open.    

Any comments or queries please get in touch with me directly (details below).

I look forward to receiving your entries and welcoming you to the 2026 festival in February

Class entries close at midday on Saturday 8 November 2025, entry deadlines for workshops and the Young Musician of the Year vary depending on capacity but are all now open.

Best wishes

Ann Talboys 

Festival Administrator

[email protected]   01484665843 or 07743846331

Festival DATES

Festival DATES 2026

DATESDAYACTIVITIES
01-Feb-26SundayAdult Vocal Workshop
04-Feb-26WednesdayHelpers' meeting
11-Feb-26WednesdayBaby/Toddler Workshop SEN Workshop. Tea dance.
12-Feb-26ThursdayKS2 Workshop and concert
13-Feb-26FridayJunior and Youth Choirs
14-Feb-26SaturdayVocals
DATESDAYACTIVITIES
15-Feb-26SundayVocals and YMY
16-Feb-26MondayPiano and Spoken Word
17-Feb-26TuesdayPiano and Spoken Word.  Dance Showcase
18-Feb-26WednesdayInstrumental day
19-Feb-26ThursdayInstrumental day
20-Feb-26FridayDiscofest, Music Theatre Audition Workshop
21-Feb-26SaturdayAdult Choirs and Last Night Concert

2026 Classes




 
1
Class 1 Piano solo – Initial/debut grade

Performers can enter only one of the graded classes (1 to 8) and should, in discussion with their teacher, choose the most appropriate: either the grade at which the performer is currently working or the next grade to which they aspire. This will allow performers of any age to enter the appropriate class.
One own choice pre-grade 1 piece from any Initial/Debut grade book. The title of the piece, the composer, and the title of the book must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece in the book.
If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 3 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
2
Class 2 Piano solo – Grade 1

Performers can enter only one of the graded classes (1 to 8) and should, in discussion with their teacher, choose the most appropriate: either the grade at which the performer is currently working or the next grade to which they aspire. This will allow performers of any age to enter the appropriate class.
One own choice piece from any Grade 1 book. The title of the piece, the composer, and the title of the book must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece in the book.
If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 3 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
3
Class 3 Piano solo – Grade 2

Performers can enter only one of the graded classes (1 to 8) and should, in discussion with their teacher, choose the most appropriate: either the grade at which the performer is currently working or the next grade to which they aspire. This will allow performers of any age to enter the appropriate class.
One own choice piece from any Grade 2 book. The title of the piece, the composer, and the title of the book must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece in the book.
If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 3 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
4
Class 4 Piano solo – Grade 3

Performers can enter only one of the graded classes (1 to 8) and should, in discussion with their teacher, choose the most appropriate: either the grade at which the performer is currently working or the next grade to which they aspire. This will allow performers of any age to enter the appropriate class.
One own choice piece from any Grade 3 book. The title of the piece, the composer, and the title of the book must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece in the book.
If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 3 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
5
Class 5 Piano solo – Grade 4

Performers can enter only one of the graded classes (1 to 8) and should, in discussion with their teacher, choose the most appropriate: either the grade at which the performer is currently working or the next grade to which they aspire. This will allow performers of any age to enter the appropriate class.
One own choice piece from any Grade 4 book. The title of the piece, the composer, and the title of the book must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece in the book.
If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 3 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
6
Class 6 Piano solo - Grade 5

Performers can enter only one of the graded classes (1 to 8) and should, in discussion with their teacher, choose the most appropriate: either the grade at which the performer is currently working or the next grade to which they aspire. This will allow performers of any age to enter the appropriate class.
One own choice piece from any Grade 5 book. The title of the piece, the composer, and the title of the book must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece in the book.
If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 5 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
7
Class 7 Piano solo - Grade 6

Performers can enter only one of the graded classes (1 to 8) and should, in discussion with their teacher, choose the most appropriate: either the grade at which the performer is currently working or the next grade to which they aspire. This will allow performers of any age to enter the appropriate class.
One own choice piece from any Grade 6 book. The title of the piece, the composer, and the title of the book must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece in the book.
If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 5 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
8
Class 8 Piano solo Grade 7

Performers can enter only one of the graded classes (1 to 8) and should, in discussion with their teacher, choose the most appropriate: either the grade at which the performer is currently working or the next grade to which they aspire. This will allow performers of any age to enter the appropriate class.
One own choice piece from any Grade 7 book. The title of the piece, the composer, and the title of the book must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece in the book.
If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 5 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
9
Class 9 Piano solo Sonatina open

One own choice Sonatina (not sonata) movement. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
10
Class 10 Piano Recital – school year 11 and under

A recital of three own choice pieces of at least grade 5 standard in contrasting styles, with credit being given for a balanced programme. The programme must not include any other pieces performed during this year's festival. You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composers and the place of the pieces if they are in a volume. The titles and composers of the pieces to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the pieces are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 15 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £14

 
11
Class 11 Piano solo – open

One own choice piece of Grade 8 standard or above. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name and composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class. The winner gaining a commended grade or above will be invited to compete in the solo instrumentalists' challenge later in the festival.

Maximum Performance Duration: 5 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
12
Class 12 Piano solo Music Theatre and Film – open

One piece from any show or film. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 5 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
13
Class 13 Piano solo Sonata – open

One movement from a classical sonata e.g. by Schubert, Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Clementi or similar which must be of Grade 8 standard or above. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 5 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
14
Class 14 Piano solo Romantic composer 1830 to 1900

One piece from any work by any Romantic composer written between 1830 and 1900 which must be of Grade 8 standard or above. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 5 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
15
Class 15 Piano 20 or 21 century open

One piece from any work written no earlier than 1900 which must be of grade 8 standard or above. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 5 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
16
Class 16 Piano Recital – open

A recital of a minimum of two pieces of at least Grade 8 standard in contrasting styles with credit being given for a balanced programme. You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composers and the place of the pieces if they are in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The titles and composer(s) of the pieces to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the pieces are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 15 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £14

 
17
Class 17 Piano Duet – school year 6 and under

One own choice piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performers may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 3 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
18
Class 18 Piano Duet – school year 9 and under

One own choice piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performers may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 3 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
19
Class 19 Piano Duet - school year 11 and under

One own choice piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performers may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 3 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
20
Class 20 Family Piano Duet - any ages

One or two own choice pieces. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your names, the composer(s) and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title(s) and composer(s) of the piece(s) to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece(s) are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performers may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
21
Class 21 Piano Duet -open

One or two own choice pieces. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your names, the composer(s) and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title(s) and composer(s) of the piece(s) to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece(s) are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performers may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
22
Class 22 String solo – school year 6 and under

One own choice piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 3 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
23
Class 23 String solo – school year 9 and under

One own choice piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name and composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
24
Class 24 String solo – school year 11 and under

One own choice piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 5 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
25
Class 25 String solo – open

One own choice piece of grade 8 standard or above. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name and composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class. The winner gaining a commended grade or above will be invited to compete in the solo instrumentalists' challenge later in the festival.

Maximum Performance Duration: 8 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
26
Class 26 Guitar solo - school year 11 and under

One own choice piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
27
Class 27 Woodwind/recorder solo school Y6 & under

One own choice piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 3 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
28
Class 28 Woodwind/recorder solo school Y9 & under

One own choice piece You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
29
Class 29 Woodwind/recorder solo school Y11 & under

One own choice piece You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 5 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
30
Class 30 Woodwind/recorder solo open

One own choice piece of grade 8 standard or above. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class. The winner gaining a commended grade or above will be invited to compete in the solo instrumentalists' challenge later in the festival.

Maximum Performance Duration: 8 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
31
Class 31 Slow Melody Open

One own choice piece performed on any instrument (not voice) which is designated 'adagio' in the music. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name and composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 5 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
32
Class 32 Brass solo – school year 6 and under

One own choice piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 3 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
33
Class 33 Brass solo school year 11 and under

One own choice piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 5 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
34
Class 34 - Brass solo open

One own choice piece of Grade 8 standard or above. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class. The winner gaining a commended grade or above will be invited to compete in the solo instrumentalists' challenge later in the festival.

Maximum Performance Duration: 8 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
35
Class 35 Percussion - open

A drum kit will be provided on the stage and other items may be requested. One own choice piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class. The winner gaining a commended grade or above will be invited to compete in the solo instrumentalists' challenge later in the festival.

Maximum Performance Duration: 8 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
36
Class 36 Solo instrumentalists' Challenge

Qualifying winners of classes 11,25,30, 34 and 35 will perform their winning pieces

Entries Closed

Fee: £0

 
37
Class 37 Two Instruments or Instrument and Voice

Two own choice pieces. These may be two pieces for different solo instruments or one instrumental piece and one vocal piece (in all cases with or without accompaniment). You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer(s) and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The titles and composer(s) of the pieces to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the pieces are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 8 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
38
Class 38 Small instrumental ensemble Y6 & under

Own choice piece(s) - any combination of instruments. (2-10 performers) You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer(s) and the place of the pieces if they are in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title(s) and composer(s) of the piece(s) to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the pieces are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 8 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £16

 
39
Class 39 Small Instrumental Ensemble Yr 11 & under

Own choice piece(s) - any combination of instruments. (2-10 performers) You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer(s) and the place of the piece(s) if they are in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title(s) and composer(s) of the piece(s) to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the pieces are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 8 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £16

 
40
Class 40 Small Instrumental Ensemble - all ages

Own choice piece(s) - any combination of instruments (2-10 performers). You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer(s) and the place of the pieces if they are in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title(s) and composer(s) of the pieces to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece(s) are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 8 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £16

 
41
Class 41 Large Instrumental Ensemble - all ages

Own choice piece(s) - any combination of instruments (11 and over performers). You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer(s) and the place of the piece(s) if they are in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title(s) and composer(s) of the piece(s) to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the pieces are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 12 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £20

 
42
Class 42 Ukulele Group – all ages

Own choice programme. You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer(s) and the place of the piece(s) if they are in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title(s) and composer(s) of the piece(s) to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece(s) are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 12 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £20

 
43
Class 43 young voice solo – school year 5 & under

One own choice piece. The piece should not be pop/Walt Disney or music theatre. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class. The winner gaining a commended grade or above will be invited to compete in the Junior Singers' Challenge. (Class 46).

Maximum Performance Duration: 3 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
44
Class 44 young voice solo – school year 6 and 7

One own choice piece. The piece should not be pop/Walt Disney or music theatre. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class. The winner gaining a commended grade or above will be invited to compete in the Junior Singers' Challenge. (Class 46).

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
45
Class 45 young voice solo – school year 8 and 9

One own choice piece. The piece should not be pop/Walt Disney or music theatre. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class. The winner gaining a commended grade or above will be invited to compete in the Junior Singers' Challenge. (Class 46)

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
46
Class 46 Junior Singers' Challenge

Qualifying winners of classes 43,44 and 45 will sing their winning pieces.

Entries Closed

Fee: £0

 
47
Class 47 Young voices duet School Yr 13 & under

One own choice piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
48
Class 48 young voice solo – school year 10 and 11

One own choice piece. The piece should not be pop, Walt Disney or music theatre. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class. The winner gaining a commended grade or above will be invited to compete in The Huddersfield Choral Society Rose Bowl for young singers. (Class 51).

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
49
Class 49 young voice solo – school year 12 and 13

One own choice piece. The piece should not be pop, Walt Disney or music theatre. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class. The winner gaining a commended grade or above will be invited to compete in The Huddersfield Choral Society Rose Bowl for young singers. (Class 51)

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
50
Class 50 Young Singers’ English Song Yr 13 & under

One own choice piece (not from an opera) written before 1800. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class. The winner gaining a commended grade or above will be invited to compete in The Huddersfield Choral Society Rose Bowl for young singers. (Class 51).

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
51
Class 51 Young Singers' Rosebowl

Qualifying winners of classes 48,49 and 50, will sing their winning pieces

Entries Closed

Fee: £0

 
52
Class 52 The Magic of Walt Disney – Yr4 & under

One own choice Disney piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 3 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
53
Class 53 The Magic of Walt Disney – school year 5

One own choice Disney piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
54
Class 54 The Magic of Walt Disney – school year 6

One own choice Disney piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
55
Class 55 The Magic of Walt Disney – school year 7

One own choice Disney piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
56
Class 56 The Magic of Walt Disney - school year 8

One own choice Disney piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
57
Class 57 The Magic of Walt Disney - school year 9

One own choice Disney piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
58
Class 58 The Magic of Walt Disney school yr 10&11

One own choice Disney piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
59
Class 59 The Magic of Walt Disney - Yrs 12 & 13

One own choice Disney piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
60
Class 60 Music Theatre – school year 5 and under

One own choice Music Theatre piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 3 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
61
Class 61 Music Theatre – school year 6 and 7

One own choice Music Theatre piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
62
Class 62 Music Theatre – school year 8

One own choice Music Theatre piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
63
Class 63 Music Theatre – school year 9

One own choice Music Theatre piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
64
Class 64 Music Theatre – school year 10

One own choice Music Theatre piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
65
Class 65 Music Theatre school year 11

One own choice Music Theatre piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
66
Class 66 Music Theatre - school year 12 and 13

One own choice Music Theatre piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
67
Class 67 Unaccompanied Folk Song-Yr 11 & under

One own choice piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
68
Class 68 - Pop Ballad Ages 14 and 17 inclusive

One own choice piece which may be self accompanied, may be accompanied by the festival accompanist or may use a backing track. Backing tracks using phones will require an adaptor to connect to the town hall systems. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
69
Class 69 Young Singers' Vocal Recital Yrs 10 to 13

Recital of one 17th or 18th century song or aria, sung in the original language, one English art Song from the 20th century and one own choice song or aria. You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composers and the places of the pieces if they are in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The titles and composers of the pieces to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the pieces are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 12 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £14

 
70
Class 70 Stephen Sondheim Open

One own choice song with music by Stephen Sondheim. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 5 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
71
Class 71 Ivor Novello Open

One own choice song with music by Ivor Novello. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 5 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
72
Class 72 Solo : soprano/mezzosop/alto/tenor/bass

One own choice song in any language. This should not be a solo from a choral or stage work. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class. The winner gaining a commended grade or above will be invited to compete in The Rose Bowl Challenge (Class 78).

Maximum Performance Duration: 5 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
73
Class 73 Oratorio or Sacred Work solo - 17 & over

One own choice piece which must be in the original key. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class. The winner gaining a commended grade or above will be invited to compete in The Rose Bowl Challenge (Class 78).

Maximum Performance Duration: 6 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
74
Class 74 Operatic solo - age 17 years and over

One own choice piece which must be in the original key. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class. The winner gaining a commended grade or above will be invited to compete in The Rose Bowl Challenge (Class 78).

Maximum Performance Duration: 6 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
75
Class 75 British/American Composer solo -17 & over

One own choice piece by any 20th or 21st century British or American composer. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class. The winner gaining a commended grade or above will be invited to compete in The Rose Bowl Challenge. (Class 78)

Maximum Performance Duration: 6 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
76
Class 76 French Melodie - age 17 years and over

One own choice piece from the French repertoire sung in the original language. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name and composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class. The winner gaining a commended grade or above will be invited to compete in The Rose Bowl Challenge (Class 78).

Maximum Performance Duration: 6 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
77
Class 77 German Lieder - age 17 years and over

One own choice piece from the Lieder repertoire sung in the original language. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class. The winner gaining a commended grade or above will be invited to compete in The Rose Bowl Challenge (Class 78).

Maximum Performance Duration: 6 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
78
Class 78 The Rose Bowl

Qualifying winners of classes 72 to 77 will sing their winning pieces.

Maximum Performance Duration: 6 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £0

 
79
Class 79 The Magic of Walt Disney - 17 and over

One own choice Disney piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 6 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
80
Class 80 Pop Ballad - age 17 years and over

One own choice piece which may be self accompanied, may be accompanied by the festival accompanist or may use a backing track. Backing tracks using phones will require an adaptor to connect to the Town Hall systems. This class excludes performers from class 68. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 6 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
81
Class 81 Vocal Duet -age 17 years and over

One own choice piece. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 6 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
82
Class 82 Music Theatre - age 17 years and over

One own choice song from any musical written between 1950 and the present day which must be sung as a concert item. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 6 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
83
Class 83 Light Opera - age 17 years and over

One own choice song from any light opera or musical written before 1950 which must be sung as a concert item. You must bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composer and the place of the piece if it is in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composer of the piece to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 6 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
84
Class 84 Vocal Recital - age 17 years and over

A recital of three contrasting own choice songs or arias. To enter this class you must have performed in at least one other class in the festival. You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name, the composers and the places of the pieces if they are in a volume. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composers of the pieces to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the pieces are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 12 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £14

 
85
Class 85 -KS1 choir

Two contrasting own choice pieces. You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with the name of the performers and composers and the places of the pieces if they are in a volume. Choirs may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composers of the pieces to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the pieces are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performers may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 8 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £22

 
86
Class 86 Junior Choir KS2 workshop performance

One of the songs performed at the Key Stage 2 workshop. Maximum 50 voices. You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with the name of the performers, the composers and the places of the pieces if they are in a volume. Choirs may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The titles and composers of the pieces to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the pieces are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performers may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £22

 
87
Class 87 Junior Hymns & Sacred Songs Y6 & Under

Two contrasting own choice sacred pieces. You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with the name of the performers, the composers and the places of the pieces if they are in a volume. Choirs may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The titles and composers of the pieces to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the pieces are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performers may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 8 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £22

 
88
Class 88 Junior Choir – Previous non-winners

Two contrasting own choice pieces for any junior choir which has not entered the festival more than three times and has not won a class at the festival in the past two years. You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with the name of the performers, the composers and the places of the pieces if they are in a volume. Choirs may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The titles and composers of the pieces to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the pieces are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performers may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 8 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £22

 
89
Class 89 Junior Christmas/Festive year 6 & Under

Two contrasting Christmas/Festive pieces. You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with the name of the performers, the composers and the places of the pieces if they are in a volume. Choirs may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The titles and composers of the pieces to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the pieces are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performers may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 8 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £22

 
90
Class 90 Junior –Open to all -Y6 & Under

Two contrasting own choice pieces. You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with the name of the performers and composers and the places of the pieces if they are in a volume. Choirs may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The title and composers of the pieces to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the pieces are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performers may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 8 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £22

 
91
Class 91 Young People Y9 & Under

Two contrasting own choice pieces. You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with the name of the performers, the composers and the places of the pieces if they are in a volume. Choirs may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The titles and composers of the pieces to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the pieces are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performers may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 8 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £22

 
92
Class 92 Young People’s Choir – Y11 & Under

Two contrasting own choice pieces. You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with the name of the performers, the composers and the places of the pieces if they are in a volume. Choirs may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The titles and composers of the pieces to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the pieces are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performers may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 8 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £22

 
93
Class 93 Young People Choir 21 years and under

Two contrasting own choice pieces. You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with the name of the performers, the composers and the places of the pieces if they are in a volume. Choirs may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The titles and composers of the pieces to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the pieces are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performers may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 8 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £22

 
94
Class 94 local adult/mixed Kirklees choirs

Two contrasting own choice pieces. You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with the name of the performers, the composers and the places of the pieces if they are in a volume. Choirs may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The titles and composers of the pieces to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the pieces are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performers may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class. The winner gaining a commended grade or above will be invited to compete in the Choir Challenge during the Last Night of the Festival Concert (Class 103).

Maximum Performance Duration: 8 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £24

 
95
Class 95 Barbershop Quartet

Two contrasting own choice pieces. You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with the name of the performers, the composers and the places of the pieces if they are in a volume. Quartets may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The titles and composers of the pieces to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the pieces are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performers may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class. A barbershop quartet is a group of four singers who sing music in the barbershop style, characterized by four-part harmony without instrumental accompaniment (a cappella).

Maximum Performance Duration: 8 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £24

 
96
Class 96 Community Choir

Two contrasting own choice pieces. You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with the name of the performers, the composers and the places of the pieces if they are in a volume. Choirs may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The titles and composers of the pieces to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the pieces are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performers may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class. Community choirs bring people of all ages and backgrounds together. Each singer will have their own reasons for being in the choir. These can range from singers who want to connect with others socially, to those who want to create beautiful music as part of a group and everything else in between.
Community choirs have no barriers to entry.
Community choirs also place a focus on creating a sense of belonging and community. If your choir fits these criteria then please enter this class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 8 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £24

 
97
Class 97 Adult/Mixed Age Choir

Two contrasting own choice pieces. Open to any choir which has not been placed first in a class at the festival over the last two years. You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with the name of the performers, the composers and the places of the pieces if they are in a volume. Choirs may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The titles and composers of the pieces to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the pieces are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performers may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 8 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £24

 
98
Class 98 Adult/Mixed Age Small Choir up to 20

Two contrasting own choice pieces. You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with the name of the performers, the composers and the places of the pieces if they are in a volume. Choirs may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The titles and composers of the pieces to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the pieces are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performers may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 8 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £24

 
99
Class 99 Adult/Mixed Aged Female Voice 21+ voices

Two contrasting own choice pieces. You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with the name of the performers, the composers and the places of the pieces if they are in a volume. Choirs may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The titles and composers of the pieces to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the pieces are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performers may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class. The winner gaining a commended grade or above will be invited to compete in the Choir Challenge during the Last Night of the Festival Concert (Class 103).

Maximum Performance Duration: 8 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £24

 
100
Class 100 Adult/Mixed Aged Male Voice 21+ voices

Two contrasting own choice pieces. You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with the name of the performers, the composers and the places of the pieces if they are in a volume. Choirs may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The titles and composers of the pieces to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the pieces are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performers may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class. The winner gaining a commended grade or above will be invited to compete in the Choir Challenge during the Last Night of the Festival Concert (Class 103).

Maximum Performance Duration: 8 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £24

 
101
Class 101 Adult/Mixed Aged Mixed Voice 21+ voices

Two contrasting own choice pieces. You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with the name of the performers, the composers and the places of the pieces if they are in a volume. Choirs may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The titles and composers of the pieces to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the pieces are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performers may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class. The winner gaining a commended grade or above will be invited to compete in the Choir Challenge during the Last Night of the Festival Concert (Class 103).

Maximum Performance Duration: 8 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £24

 
102
Class 102 Choir Programme – 94 to 101

A balanced programme of up to three pieces. You must bring copies for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with the name of the performers, the composers and the places of the pieces if they are in a volume. Choirs may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival unless a final. The titles and composers of the pieces to be performed must be provided on the entry form or communicated to the festival administrator before Friday 5 December 2025. If the pieces are not identified or they do not conform with the class rules then the performers may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class. The winner gaining a commended grade or above will be invited to compete in the Choir Challenge during the Last Night of the Festival Concert (Class 103).

Maximum Performance Duration: 10 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £24

 
103
Class 103 Choir Challenge

The winners of classes 94, 99, 100, 101 and 102 will be invited to perform in the Last Night of the Festival Concert on Saturday evening February 21 2026. If a choir is the winner of more than one of these classes they will perform only once in the evening. One own choice piece to be performed. This may be specially prepared for this class or has been sung in a previous class. No adjudicator copies are required.

Maximum Performance Duration: 5 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £0

 
104
Class 104 Welcome class Reception and under

Performers will receive feedback but this is a non-competitive class, designed to build skills and confidence. Performers should prepare a short poem for performance. Performers should prepare to perform alone, but if parental (or similar) presence on stage is needed, this is permitted.

Maximum Performance Duration: 1 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
105
Class 105 verse speaking – school year 4 and under

Own choice verse from memory. A copy of the text will need to be provided for the adjudicator on the day. Extracts must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 2 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
106
Class 106 Verse Speaking – school year 6 and under

Own choice verse from memory.A copy of the text will need to be provided for the adjudicator on the day. Extracts must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 2 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
107
Class 107 Verse Speaking – school year 9 and under

Own choice verse from memory. A copy of the text will need to be provided for the adjudicator on the day. Extracts must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 2 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
108
Class 108 Humorous verse speaking KS1

Own choice verse from memory. A copy of the text will need to be provided for the adjudicator on the day. Extracts must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 2 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
109
Class 109 Humorous Verse Speaking - Yr4 & under

Own choice verse from memory. A copy of the text will need to be provided for the adjudicator on the day. Extracts must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 2 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
110
Class 110 Humorous Verse Speaking – Yr6 & under

Own choice verse from memory. A copy of the text will need to be provided for the adjudicator on the day. Extracts must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 2 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
111
Class 111 Humorous Verse Speaking – Yr9 & under

Own choice verse from memory. A copy of the text will need to be provided for the adjudicator on the day. Extracts must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 2 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
112
CLass 112 Slam Poetry - school years 7 to 9

Slam poetry is a form of performance poetry, including rap, combining the elements of performance, writing, competition and audience participation.

Poems can be about any subject but must be the original work of the performer. No props may be used when performing the poem. No musical accompaniment or musical instruments may be used when performing, but the poet is allowed to sing, clap, hum, or make noise with the mouth or other body parts. Poets may perform on their own or in groups but the entry is classified as one performance. Composition and performance are considered holistically by the adjudicator: poems need not be submitted in advance of the class. A copy of the text will need to be provided for the adjudicator on the day. Extracts must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 3 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
113
Class 113 Slam Poetry School years 10 to 13

Slam poetry is a form of performance poetry, including rap, combining the elements of performance, writing, competition and audience participation.

Poems can be about any subject but must be the original work of the performer. No props may be used when performing the poem. No musical accompaniment or musical instruments may be used when performing, but the poet is allowed to sing, clap, hum, or make noise with the mouth or other body parts. Poets may perform on their own or in groups but the entry is classified as one performance. Composition and performance are considered holistically by the adjudicator: poems need not be submitted in advance of the class. A copy of the text will need to be provided for the adjudicator on the day. Extracts must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 3 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
114
Class 114 Prepared reading – Yr4 & under

One own choice piece. Please bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name and author. Extracts must be read from a book, not paper or card. The name of the book and its writer must be given on the day. Extracts must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 2 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
115
Class 115 Prepared reading –Yr6 & under

One own choice piece. Please bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name and author. Extracts must be read from a book, not paper or card. The name of the book and its writer must be given on the day. Extracts must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 2 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
116
Class 1 16 Prepared reading – Yr 9 & Under

One own choice piece. Please bring a copy for the adjudicator on the day of performance clearly marked with your name and author. Extracts must be read from a book, not paper or card. The name of the book and its writer must be given on the day. Extracts must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 2 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
117
Class 117 Sight reading school year 6 and under

You will be given a few minutes to read through a piece of prose before reading to the adjudicator. Each performer will be given the same conditions.

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
118
Class 118 Prepared reading Holy Book Yr6 & Under

The reading may be from a Holy Book from any faith, to be read in English. This can include modern versions of the Bible or the King James version. Performers are reminded that this is a reading class, not an acting class and are asked to perform accordingly. A copy of the text will need to be provided for the adjudicator on the day. Extracts must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 2 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
119
Class 119 Reading from a Holy Book Years 7 to 9

The reading may be from a Holy Book from any faith, to be read in English. This can include modern versions of the Bible or the King James version. Performers are reminded that this is a reading class, not an acting class and are asked to perform accordingly. A copy of the text will need to be provided for the adjudicator on the day. Extracts must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 2 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
120
Class 120 Reading from a Holy Book Years 10 to 13

The reading may be from a Holy Book from any faith, to be read in English. This can include modern versions of the Bible or the King James version. Performers are reminded that this is a reading class, not an acting class and are asked to perform accordingly. A copy of the text will need to be provided for the adjudicator on the day. Extracts must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 2 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
121
Class 121 Story telling school years 7 to 10

Each performer will be provided with an OBJECT around which a story must be built. 5 minutes preparation time. A spontaneous response is required. Story must have suitable content to cause no offence to a mixed audience which may include children.

Maximum Performance Duration: 2 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
122
Class 122 Business Pitch School years 6 and under

Performers should prepare and deliver a short business pitch based on a toy of their choice. Credit will be given for the use of facts and figures, basic business language, interaction with the chosen object and charismatic delivery. A copy of the text will need to be provided for the adjudicator on the day. Extracts must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 2 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
123
Class 123 Business Pitch Years 7 to 9

Performers should prepare and deliver a short business pitch based on a domestic appliance. Credit will be given for the use of facts and figures, basic business language, interaction with the chosen object and charismatic delivery. A copy of the text will need to be provided for the adjudicator on the day. Extracts must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 3 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
124
Class 124 Business Pitch years 10 to 13

Performers should prepare and deliver a short business pitch based on a domestic appliance. Credit will be given for the use of facts and figures, basic business language, interaction with the chosen object and charismatic delivery. A copy of the text will need to be provided for the adjudicator on the day. Extracts must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 3 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
125
Class 125 solo Acting school year 6 and under

One own choice speech from a published play (excluding Shakespeare) to be performed from memory. Television sketches, monologues, improvised scripts and speeches made by historical or living people are not allowed. The drama classes will be held in the main hall using the stage. The audience and adjudicator will sit on the risers. This will offer a raked, semi-circular seating area around the performance space. This setting will enhance performance opportunities within a large hall.
Own choice copies for the adjudicator must be brought to the festival. All scripts must be clearly legible, unmarked and of suitable content to cause no offence to a mixed audience which may include children. The performer must not change the words or gender of the character. All acting to be performed from memory. Costumes should NOT be worn but long practice skirts may be used, together with small items such as scarves, hats, shawls and gloves. Hand props may be used.
Timing; an introduction is expected and must be included in the performance time.
The suitability of the speech from a play will be also taken into consideration by the adjudicator. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 3 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
126
Class 126 solo Acting school year 9 and under

One own choice speech from any play excluding Shakespeare to be performed from memory. Television sketches, monologues, improvised scripts and speeches made by historical or living people are not allowed. The drama classes will be held in the main hall using the stage. The audience and adjudicator will sit on the risers. This will offer a raked, semi-circular seating area around the performance space. This setting will enhance performance opportunities within a large hall.
Own choice copies for the adjudicator must be brought to the festival. All scripts must be clearly legible, unmarked and of suitable content to cause no offence to a mixed audience which may include children. The performer must not change the words or gender of the character. All acting to be performed from memory. Costumes should NOT be worn but long practice skirts may be used, together with small items such as scarves, hats, shawls and gloves. Hand props may be used.
Timing: an introduction is expected and must be included in the performance time.
The suitability of the speech from a play will be also taken into consideration by the adjudicator. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
127
Class 127 solo Acting school year 11 and under

One own choice speech from any play excluding Shakespeare to be performed from memory. Television sketches, monologues, improvised scripts and speeches made by historical or living people are not allowed. The drama classes will be held in the main hall using the stage. The audience and adjudicator will sit on the risers. This will offer a raked, semi-circular seating area around the performance space. This setting will enhance performance opportunities within a large hall.
Own choice copies for the adjudicator must be brought to the festival. All scripts must be clearly legible, unmarked and of suitable content to cause no offence to a mixed audience which may include children. The performer must not change the words or gender of the character. All acting to be performed from memory. Costumes should NOT be worn but long practice skirts may be used, together with small items such as scarves, hats, shawls and gloves. Hand props may be used.
Timing; an introduction is expected and must be included in the performance time.
The suitability of the speech from a play will be also taken into consideration by the adjudicator. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
128
Class 1 solo Acting - Shakespeare Yr 11 & Under

One own choice speech from a Shakespeare play to be performed from memory. The drama classes will be held in the main hall using the stage. The audience and adjudicator will sit on the risers. This will offer a raked, semi-circular seating area around the performance space. This setting will enhance performance opportunities within a large hall.
Own choice copies for the adjudicator must be brought to the festival. All scripts must be clearly legible, unmarked and of suitable content to cause no offence to a mixed audience which may include children. The performer must not change the words or gender of the character. All acting to be performed from memory. Costumes should NOT be worn but long practice skirts may be used, together with small items such as scarves, hats, shawls and gloves. Hand props may be used.
Timing; an introduction is expected and must be included in the performance time.
The suitability of the monologue or speech from a play will be also taken into consideration by the adjudicator. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
129
Class 129 solo Mime - school year 6 and under

Own choice. Title to be chosen and announced by the performer. The use of music is permitted. The use of stage or hand properties is not allowed.

Maximum Performance Duration: 3 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
130
Class 130 solo Mime - school years 7 to 9

Own choice. Title to be chosen and announced by the performer. The use of music is permitted. The use of stage or hand properties is not allowed.

Maximum Performance Duration: 3 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
131
Class 131 solo Mime - school year 10 to 13

Own choice. Title to be chosen and announced by the performer. The use of music is permitted. The use of stage or hand properties is not allowed.

Maximum Performance Duration: 3 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £10

 
132
Class 132 Prepared reading from a Holy Book - open

The reading may be from a Holy Book from any faith, to be read in English. This can include modern versions of the Bible or the King James version. Performers are reminded that this is a reading class, not an acting class and are asked to perform accordingly. A copy of the text will need to be provided for the adjudicator on the day. Extracts must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 2 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
133
Class 133 Prepared reading – open

One own choice piece. A copy of the text will need to be provided for the adjudicator on the day. Extracts must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 3 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
134
Class 134 Prepared poetry reading - open

Any poem written by Carol Ann Duffy, not from memory. A copy of the text will need to be provided for the adjudicator on the day. Extracts must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
135
Class 135 Sight reading – open

You will be given a few minutes to read through a piece of prose before reading to the adjudicator. Each performer will be given the same conditions.

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
136
CLass 136 Slam Poetry - open

Slam poetry is a form of performance poetry, including rap, combining the elements of performance, writing, competition and audience participation.

Poems can be about any subject but must be the original work of the performer. No props may be used when performing the poem. No musical accompaniment or musical instruments may be used when performing, but the poet is allowed to sing, clap, hum, or make noise with the mouth or other body parts. Poets may perform on their own or in groups but the entry is classified as one performance. Composition and performance are considered holistically by the adjudicator: poems need not be submitted in advance of the class. A copy of the text will need to be provided for the adjudicator on the day. Extracts must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 3 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
137
Class 137 Story telling - open

Each performer will be provided with an OBJECT around which a story must be built. 5 minutes preparation time. A spontaneous response is required. Story must have suitable content to cause no offence to a mixed audience which may include children.

Maximum Performance Duration: 4 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
138
Class 138 solo acting - open

One own choice speech from any play (excluding Shakespeare or from a real speech). Own choice copies for the adjudicator must be brought to the festival. All scripts must be clearly legible, unmarked and of suitable content to cause no offence to a mixed audience which may include children. The performer must not change the words or gender of the character. All acting to be performed from memory. Costumes should NOT be worn but long practice skirts may be used, together with small items such as scarves, hats, shawls and gloves. Hand props may be used.
Timing: an introduction is expected and must be included in the performance time.
The suitability of the monologue or speech from a play will be also taken into consideration by the adjudicator. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 5 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
139
Class 139 Dramatic solo - Shakespeare open

One own choice speech from any Shakespeare play, time includes any introduction. Own choice copies for the adjudicator must be brought to the festival. All scripts must be clearly legible, unmarked and of suitable content to cause no offence to a mixed audience which may include children. The performer must not change the words or gender of the character. All acting to be performed from memory. Costumes should NOT be worn but long practice skirts may be used, together with small items such as scarves, hats, shawls and gloves. Hand props may be used.
Timing: an introduction is expected and must be included in the performance time.
The suitability of the monologue or speech from a play will be also taken into consideration by the adjudicator. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 5 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
140
Class 140 Dialect speaking open

One own choice piece. Performers are reminded that the material should exercise dialect speaking rather than just regional accent. A copy of the text will need to be provided for the adjudicator on the day. Pieces must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 5 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
141
Class 141 Duo Dialect speaking -open

One own choice piece. Performers are reminded that the material should exercise dialect speaking rather than just regional accent. A copy of the text will need to be provided for the adjudicator on the day. Pieces must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 5 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
142
Class 142 Poetry Writing open

The piece must be no longer than 5 minutes in speaking . A copy of the text will need to be provided for the adjudicator on the day. Pieces must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 5 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
143
Class 143 Dialect Prose Writing open

The piece must be no longer than 5 minutes in speaking. A copy of the text will need to be provided for the adjudicator on the day. Pieces must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 5 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

 
144
Class 144 Dialect Poetry Writing

The piece must be no longer than 5 minutes in speaking. A copy of the text will need to be provided for the adjudicator on the day. Pieces must be completed within the maximum time allowed including any introduction. You may not perform the same piece in more than one class in the festival. If the piece is not identified or it does not conform with the class rules then the performer may perform in the class and will receive verbal and written feedback but will not be placed first, second or third in the class.

Maximum Performance Duration: 5 minutes

Entries Closed

Fee: £11

144 Classes Found..

2026 Workshops

Adult Vocal Workshop - Stage and Screen

Workshop Details

01/02/2026

09:00 to 20:00

Contact Details

Sue Ogden

[email protected]

07742711878


Entry Options

Adult workshop £30

Student £20

Adult concert £10

Under 18 £0

A Workshop and Concert featuring well-known music composed for the theatre or cinema and classical pieces used in film scores.

Workshop and Concert: Stage and Screen

 

Sunday 1 February 2026

9.00 am to 8.00 pm

 

A Workshop and Concert to include well known music for the theatre and cinema

 

Workshop Leader: Thom Meredith

Thom has led previous Adult Workshops with great success and is well known throughout the North of England as a conductor and baritone soloist. Formerly Principal of Musica Kirklees, Thom now focuses on performing and conducting. He is Musical Director of the renowned Colne Valley Male Voice Choir and the Yorkshire Philharmonic choir. 

 

Accompanist: Christopher Pulleyn

Musica Youth Orchestra conducted by Nick Dolling

Soloists:  Aurelia Grundy and Damien Stirling  

 

 

 

Date:                    Sunday 1 February 2026

Workshop:         9-00 am to 4-45 pm 

Concert:             5-45 pm 

Venue:                 Huddersfield Town Hall

 

Information, Registration & Fee

Further information can be found on our website: www.mrssunderlandfestival.com 

Or contact Sue Ogden at sue[email protected]

or mobile 07742 711878

 

Registration with fee of £30 (£20 students) is via our website at www.mrssunderlandfestival.com 

Please apply early to avoid disappointment.

 

Concert Tickets: Adults £10   Children under 18 free 

Tickets available from the Kirklees Box Office

Toddler and baby sing and sign workshops

Workshop Details

11/02/2026

09:30 to 13:00

Contact Details

Carole Hetherington

[email protected]

07743846331


Entry Options

Child £5

MINI MUSIC MAKERS– Baby and Toddlers’ Workshops

MINI MUSIC MAKERS – Baby and Toddlers’ Workshops  sponsored by Hield 

Wednesday 11th February 2026

 

After the success of last year, we are thrilled again for you to join us in the Town Hall for our Mini Music Makers Workshops 

This year we offer two different sessions:- 

Session 1 (9.45 -10.30 am) Toddler session led by a Music Early Years specialist. Parents, carers and their toddlers will be led in a singing, playing and movement session, incorporating songs and rhymes. This session will encourage communication through music, which is fundamental for child development.

Session 2 (11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.)  A baby sing and sign session led by Angela Joseph. Sing and Sign is an award winning music programme recommended by experts and loved by parents/carers and babies across the UK.  We are fortunate to be able to offer it at this year’s festival. It will be a fun filled class that will help babies communicate BEFORE they start to speak. 

These will be two morning sessions in the Old Court Room on Wednesday 11th February 2026.  The registration fee is £5 per child. Registration is via the website www.mrssunderlandfestival.com

Please book early to avoid disappointment. 

Wednesday 11th February 2026

Title – Mini Music Makers – Baby and Toddlers’ Workshops

Workshop leaders: Angela Joseph. 

Special Needs Workshop - Reach for the Stars

Workshop Details

11/02/2026

09:30 to 13:00

Contact Details

Ann Talboys

[email protected]

07743846331


Reach for the Stars - SPECIAL NEEDS WORKSHOP

Reach for the Stars - SPECIAL NEEDS WORKSHOP

Wednesday, 11 February 2026

 

At the last festival, schools from Kirklees joined together in various dance, drama and musical activities and we hope they will all be back this year.

 

The day will start with a workshop led by Dark Horse Theatre Group, followed by the opportunity for students to showcase their skills in prepared performances.

An audience is welcome at no charge.

Tea Dance in conjunction with Kirklees Dementia Hub

Workshop Details

11/02/2026

14:00 to 16:00

Contact Details

Ann Talboys

[email protected]

07743846331


A participation event with music in the atmospheric concert hall

Invited guests from various Dementia Support Groups and their supporters can enjoy the music, sing and - if they wish - dance to the music of their youth. Audience and performers will have the opportunity to meet and chat over tea and cakes. All participants, young and old, will benefit from this exciting event.

Key Stage Two Workshop - Tiny Strings Big Voices

Workshop Details

12/02/2026

09:45 to 20:00

Contact Details

Caroline

[email protected]

07743846331


Entry Options

Adult concert £5

Children (18 years and under) £0

workshop per school £40

Our KS2 workshop is entitled Tiny Strings Big Voices

Huddersfield Mrs Sunderland 2026 Performing Arts Festival KS2 Singing Workshop

 

We are delighted to announce our KS2 workshop entitled “Tiny Strings, Big Voices” which will be led by Peter Simons, Ginette Eady and Sue Bennett from Musica Kirklees. There will be 5 popular pieces for ukulele (tiny strings) and voices (big voices), the ukulele players from schools who are supported by Musica Kirklees. The programme is a bit different from what we have done in the past and will be a fabulous and fun learning experience for the children and adults involved. 

The KS2 workshop and concert will be on Thursday 12th February 2026. The morning workshop will run from 9.45am to 11.30am. Tickets on the door will cost £3 for adults, free for children. The evening concert will run from 7pm to 8pm. Tickets from the Town Hall box office will cost £5 (plus booking fee) for adults, free for children.

There will be a teacher training session on Thursday 23rd October 2025, 4.15pm to 5.30pm, at Lindley Junior School, George Street, Lindley, Huddersfield HD3 3LY, where we will learn the songs. 

Spoken Word Audition Masterclass Workshop

Workshop Details

17/02/2026

18:15 to 21:30

Contact Details

Ann Talboys

[email protected]

07743846331


Entry Options

performer £15

Spoken word audition masterclass workshop. Two sessions School years 6-9 and school years 10-13

Discover what happens at an audition.  Join in audition style group activities. Have fun and build your confidence. 

Perform a short audition piece to a small group, The piece will be provided in advance by the adjudicator, Rebecca Vines.  Rebecca will provide advice and coaching.  

Parents are invited to join the event and will be offered a short question and answer session with Rebecca.
Each masterclass will last for approx. 80 minutes.  This will be an evening event, starting at 18.15 for school year 6-9.
Maximum of 8 performers in each Masterclass.

Performers must enter at least one other drama class to be eligible for a place in the audition masterclass.
 

Music Theatre Audition Masterclass

Workshop Details

20/02/2026

18:00 to 21:00

Contact Details

Ann Talboys

[email protected]

07743846331


Entry Options

performer £20

Music Theatre Audition Masterclass

Musical Theatre Audition Masterclass

A single session ‘Masterclass’ aimed at 16–18-year-olds who are looking to enter auditions at major colleges in order to pursue a career in Musical Theatre. This will be an evening event starting at 6.00 pm.Each performer will have the opportunity to perform two contrasting songs, i.e., one up-tempo and one ballad audition piece.  

The adjudicator, Ben Costello, will provide advice and coaching to each individual performer. He will also be accompanying each entrant on piano.
The whole Masterclass will last for approximately 3 hours; a short break of 20 minutes will be included.
Performers must enter at least one other Vocal class to be eligible for a place in the Audition Masterclass.
Maximum of 5 performers.

2026 Concerts

Songs of Stage and Screen

Concert Details

01/02/2026

17:45 to 19:00

Contact Details

Sue Ogden

[email protected]

07742711878


Ticket Options

Adult £10

Children (18 years and under) £0

Concert at the culmination of the adult vocal workshop

Tiny Strings Big Voices

Concert Details

12/02/2026

19:00 to 20:00

Contact Details

Caroline Jones

[email protected]

07743846331


Ticket Options

Adult £5

Children (18 years and under) £0

A concert to celebrate the key stage two workshop

Youth Choirs evening

Concert Details

13/02/2026

18:30 to 22:00

Contact Details

Ann Talboys

[email protected]

07743846331


Ticket Options

adult £5

Youth choir classes

Festival Dance Showcase 2026

Concert Details

17/02/2026

19:00 to 21:30

Contact Details

Diana Schofield

[email protected]

07743846331


Ticket Options

Adult £10

Children (18 years and under) £0

This is non-competitive event which takes place in the splendid surroundings of the Huddersfield Town Hall Concert Hall.

                       Festival Dance Showcase 2026

 

Dance Showcase Concert Date - Tuesday 17th February 2026

Time - 7.00 – approx. 9.30 pm

Tickets: Adults - £10 Children – Free

[Available from Kirklees Box Office]

Our local area has many varied, and diverse, dance groups and organisations who work hard throughout the year to develop and perfect their art.

To celebrate this, the ‘Festival’ invites several of these groups to have the opportunity to prepare and perform their specific styles and skills in front of a ‘live’ audience.

It promises to be another exciting and entertaining evening for both audience and performers!

DISCOFEST AT MRS S

Concert Details

20/02/2026

13:00 to 16:00

Contact Details

Ann Talboys

[email protected]

07743846331


Ticket Options

Adults only £5

Adults only £5
‘DiscoFest at the Mrs S!’
1.00 – 4.00 pm, Friday 20 February 2026
Concert Hall, Huddersfield Town Hall

‘DiscoFest at the Mrs S!’

1.00 – 4.00 pm, Friday 20th  February 2026

Concert Hall, Huddersfield Town Hall

A repeat of our exciting and popular event aimed at attracting older adults to disco dance and ‘bop’ the afternoon away!

 

With strictly dance music from the 50s,60s,70s,80s,90s plus several more recent dance tunes included, it will prove to be an enjoyable, active, and nostalgic afternoon.

 

A local professional DJ will entertain, and the session will also feature a ‘live’ set from ‘U3 Band’.

 

Please note this event is restricted to ADULTS ONLY!

 

Refreshments available

 

Tickets £5 each

[Available from Kirklees Box Office]

Last Night of the Festival Concert

Concert Details

21/02/2026

19:00 to 22:00

Contact Details

Ann Talboys

[email protected]

07743846331


Ticket Options

adult £10

A showpiece for some of the best performances from the festival and the final of the adult choir sections

2026 Showcases

Festival of Dance Showcase

Concert Details

17/02/2026

19:00 to 21:30

Contact Details

Ann Talboys

[email protected]

07743846331


Ticket Options

adult £10

Children (18 years and under) £0

Dance Showcase Concert Date - Tuesday 17th February 2026

Time - 7.00 – approx. 9.30 pm

Tickets: Adults - £10 Children – Free

[Available from Kirklees Box Office]

Our local area has many varied, and diverse, dance groups and organisations who work hard throughout the year to develop and perfect their art.

To celebrate this, the ‘Festival’ invites several of these groups to have the opportunity to prepare and perform their specific styles and skills in front of a ‘live’ audience.

It promises to be another exciting and entertaining evening for both audience and performers!

2026 Young Musician Of The Year

The 2026 Festival Report

FESTIVAL REPORT

What an amazing twelve days of performance. Over 5000 performances over a total of forty-six sessions utilising three venues in the magnificent Huddersfield Town Hall.

The festival began on the first day of the month with the adult singing workshop. Over 100 singers were led by Thom Meredith and joined by Musica Kirklees Youth Orchestra and fantastic soloists to learn and then perform music from stage and screen.

The festival continued on 11 February with three contrasting workshops. The special needs workshop saw three local special schools work with The Dark Horse Theatre company and then perform their own prepared pieces to everyone. We finished with dancing to the festival’s theme song - Reach for the Stars.

At the same time as the special needs workshop in the concert hall the mini music makers workshops were held in the Old Court room. Toddler and baby sing and sign sessions were fun filled times for very young performers.

A quick change of furniture and ambience and the Concert Hall was transformed into an afternoon Tea Dance for dementia sufferers and their carers. Singing, dancing, music from a junior choir and a violinist and lots of tea and cake made for a wonderful experience for over 80 participants. 

On the 12 February over 800 Key Stage two children filled the concert hall for the Tiny Strings, Big Voices event.  Well prepared songs and ukelele playing was led by Peter Simons, Ginette Eady and Sue Bennett from Musica Kirklees. About half the children returned to provide a concert for parents and guests in the evening too.

Friday 13 February saw the first of the 140 classes which take place over the festival. Junior and youth choirs from Kirklees, Halifax, Sheffield, Saddleworth, Hull and Kendal sang in eight different classes. 

The weekend of the 14 and 15 saw all the vocal classes; over 35 of them from key stage one children to experienced amateur operatic singers singing everything from Walt Disney through musical theatre and pop ballads to German Leider, Stephen Sondheim and opera arias. An amazing two days of performance demonstrating the range of exceptional talent we have in the area and beyond.

On Sunday 15 we held the annual Young Musician of the Year competition with £1800 worth of prizes at stake for those musicians who are just embarking on a musical career. As this is such a popular event, we have split instrumental and vocals this year with only instrumentalists performing this year. Vocalists will get their chance next year. The winner was Toby Johnson Jones who plays the French Horn.

Monday and Tuesday 16 and 17 February it was the turn of the pianists and public speakers/actors to take to the stages in the classes. A change in the conditions of entry this year have seen no age limit to the graded classes and this has resulted in larger number of performers and positive feedback from teachers. From a pre-grade one performance to a Chopin Etude the performances were well prepared and confident. Over 25 spoken word classes witnessed verse speaking, acting, business pitches and storytelling. From a seven year old telling a humorous poem to a retired gentleman performing from Shakespeare the standard was very high and always entertaining.

Monday evening provided a small group of budding professional actors with advice and coaching for auditions in the spoken word masterclass.

The hall was transformed once more on Tuesday evening for the Festival Dance Showcase: an evening of wonderful dancing from local groups. This year tap, street, cheerleading and carnival were just some of the marvellous dances on display.

A new venture of the festival was an Orchestra Tutti session. This is a quote from one of the musicians; ‘On Wednesday 18th February nearly 150 musicians of all ages came together in Huddersfield Town Hall for the first ever Kirklees Orchestral Tutti. Players from seven local organisations, Musica Youth Orchestra Huddersfield, Huddersfield and Slaithwaite Philharmonic Orchestras, Paddock and Holmfirth Orchestras, University of Huddersfield and Musica Kirklees took part, and Peter Simons and Andrew Griffiths from Musica Kirklees led the workshop. The musicians were presented with a difficult programme and they certainly rose to the challenge. The aim of the evening was to raise awareness of the fabulous orchestral heritage we have in Kirklees as well as promoting the work of our community orchestras to our younger players. And by the end of the evening there was no doubt that this aim had been well and truly achieved.’  The festival was delighted with the evening too and it will certainly feature in future festivals. 

On Thursday 19 February eighteen instrumental classes of strings, woodwind, brass, percussion and ensembles took place. This is the largest number individual instrumentalists we have seen at the festival for some years and they delighted audiences with their variety and standard of play. Percussion classes were reintroduced this year and we hope they will become a regular feature of the festival. 

Friday afternoon and complete with glitter ball the concert hall was transformed into the Discofest at Mrs S. U3 - a wonderful local live band and a DJ took the dancers (adults only) back to the 60s, 70s and 80s. This is the second Discofest of the festival and its popularity is growing with over 200 people dancing the afternoon away.

On Friday evening the festival organised another new event. This was a musical theatre audition masterclass for those young people who are hoping to make a career of musical theatre. 

Saturday 21 February was adult choir day and we saw thirty-two separate performances over ten different classes. Community choirs, local choirs, male voice, female voice, mixed voice, small choirs and barbershop groups from all over the country joined us. Five of these choirs were invited to join us for the evening concert.

The Last Night of the Festival Concert took place on the evening of the last day with performances from some of the very best performers from the whole festival. A glorious celebration of Performing Arts.

The 2026 festival has been a great success.  You will find the restuls of all the classes below.  The festival committee congratulate and thank every performer for their preparation and hard work and for their strength and confidence to perform to the audiences.  We would also like to thank our sponsors, friends and supporters without whom the festival could not run. Thank you too to the town hall staff who have been unfailingly helpful during the festival and to the small army of ‘yellow’ helpers who seamlessly make the festival run smoothly.

Photographs taken by the Huddersfield Photo Imaging Club (HPIC) can be found and downloaded from the website or found at this link https://www.flickr.com/photos/mrs-sunderland/albums

Time to put 2027 fetival dates in your diary.  The pattern will be slightly different next year as Kirklees School Half term falls in the first week of the festival.  Adult workshop will be 7 February 2027 and the festival will run from 17 to the 27 February 2027.  

Launch of syllabus and entries will open on 1 September 2026.

The 2026 Results

Class NumberSectionClass Name2026 TrophyFirst SecondThird
1PianoClass 1 Piano solo  -Grade  initial/debutISM Huddersfield CupRishi MadiaihEira McCarthy  
2PianoClass 2 Piano solo Grade 1 Maureen Challenor CupSam MagowanOlivia JohnsonGrace Sowden and Aoife Saunders
3PianoClass 3 Piano solo Grade 2 Hildale FarmsTrophyYalina NanJaya Stephenson 
4PianoClass 4 Piano solo Grade 3Eva RobertsTrophyGabriel VoldmanCara SwainNancy Stead
5PianoClass 5 Piano solo Grade 4 Janet Beaumont CupSophie Moorhouse Lili DanielsonAjay Stephenson nad Arya Faraj
6PianoClass 6 Piano solo Grade 5 Michael George TrophyBrendan TrygstadNoah FawcettAmelia Carter and Arya Faray
7PianoClass 7 Piano solo Grade 6 F.W.Greenwood Memorial TrophyRyan ChiIan NealLinus Goodridge
8PianoClass 8 Piano Solo Grade 7Kathleen Lockwood MemorialOrla SaundersCharles Sun 
9PianoClass 9 Piano solo Sonatina Betty BealeTrophyNoah Fawcett  
10PianoClass 10 Piano Recital - School year 11 and underConrad JacksonOrla SaundersBrendan TrygstadRyan Chi and David Lin
11PianoClass 11 Piano solo - openPiano Makers TrophyBeverley BeddowJames MichaelCaitlin Neal
12PianoClass 12 Piano solo Music Theatre and Film - openJulie Kergon Memorial TrophyOrla SaundersBeverley BeddowSachin Daniel
14PianoClass 14 Piano solo romantic composer 1830 to 1900 - openJoan M. Sheard Challenge TrophyBeverley BeddowSachin Daniel 
15PianoClass 15 Piano solo 20th Century or 21st Century - openJoan M. Sheard Memorial TrophySachin Daniel  
16PianoClass 16 Piano Recital - openFrances NetherwoodAmelia Durdy  
17PianoClass 17 Piano Duet - School year 6 and underMabel Lee Memorial Trophies A and BAlina Nan and Yalina NanEira McCarthy and Ada McCarthy 
18PianoClass 18 Piano Duet - School year 9 and underPiano Duet School YR 9 and Under A and BSophie Moorhouse and Ada McCarthy  
19PianoClass 19 Piano Duet - School years 11 and underPiano Duet School YR 11 and Under A and BAlfie Bruton Steward and Dexter Cheetham  
20PianoClass 20 Family Piano Duet - any agesR.I. Sheard Trophies A and BAda McCarthy and Eira McCarthy  
22Instrumental classesClass 22 String solo - School year 6 and underJack Renhard TrophyGabriel VoldmanRobin HansonColette Woods
23Instrumental classesClass 23 String solo - School year 9 and underEleanor Warren TrophyBrendan TrygstadSophie WatkinsGilda Melling
24Instrumental classesClass 24 String solo - School year 11 and underMadame K. HawesEdward HazeltonBrendan TrygstadClementine Melling
25Instrumental classesClass 25 String solo - openA.W.KayeEdward HazeltonEthan Ying Ming Lee 
26Instrumental classesClass 26 Guitar solo - School year 11 and underGraham WadeOban DonaldsonTorin Jones 
27Instrumental classesClass 27 Woodwind/Recorder solo School year 6 and underLaura WallerTrophyIsabelle Stewart  
28Instrumental classesClass 28 Woodwind/Recorder solo School year 9 and under B.B. White TrophyRyan Chi Austin ChiDarcie Owens and Isabelle Stewart
29Instrumental classesClass 29 Woodwind/Recorder solo School year 11 and underHolmesMartha StanierAmaya HoRyan Chi and Austin Chi
30Instrumental classesClass 30 Woodwind/recorder solo openDr. Dawn M. Lowther TrophyJo BellAmelia DurdyMartha Stanier
32Instrumental classesClass 32 Brass solo - School year 6 and underEvelyn PogsonTrophyJun Rong Wang Odette Durdy 
33Instrumental classesClass 33 Brass solo School year 11 and underIan S. Davies TrophyEmily CleggGilda MellingXing Xin Wang
35Instrumental classesClass 35 Percussion -openNewsomeArchie HazeltonJacob Owen 
36Instrumental classesClass 36 solo Instrumentalists' ChallengeBusiness and Professional Women's TrophyEdward Hazelton  
37Instrumental classesClass 37 Two Instruments or Instrument and VoiceBrighouse Music CupAmelia Durdy  
38Instrumental classesClass 38 Small instrumental ensemble school years 6 and under Henry LeahJun Rong Wang Xin Yue YangMusica Shelley Junior Drummers 
39Instrumental classesClass 39 Small Instrumental Ensemble - School year 11 and underA.W. and Daisy M. Kaye TrophyHanson Arts Junior StringsNote Brass Ensemble Senior and Note Brass Ensemble 
40Instrumental classesClass 40 Small Instrumental Ensemble - all agesEdgar Whitham TrophyMusica Youth Orchestra Symphonic Brass  
41Instrumental classesClass 41 Large Instrumental Ensemble - all agesBrian Tann Rose BowlHanson Arts StringsHanson Wind Band 
43Young Voices Class 43  Solo - School year 5 and underRaymond Jones TrophyOphelia Brooke Smith Noa SeniorImogen Antich Anna-Marie
44Young Voices Class 44  Solo - School years 6 and 7Merstram TrophyAnnie HuttonPixie PettigrewMatilda Hunt
45Young Voices Class 45 Solo - School years 8 and 9Anne Hoyle TrophyFreya LowIsobel GleichHarry Breen and Gilda Melling
46Young Voices Class 46 Junior Singers' ChallengeMrs Albert Hirst TrophyAnnie Hutton  
47Young Voices Class 47 Young voices duet. School year 13 and underYoung Voices Duet School Yr 13 and under A & BAmy Bell and Megan BellSienna Hinson and Freya LowGrace Bennett and Millie Carter
48Young Voices Class 48  solo - School year 10 and 11Hilda O. West Memorial TrophyClementine MellingErin HoathLexi Pygott
49Young Voices Class 49  solo - School years 12 and 13Forbes TrophyDamien StirlingEvie Rose Owen and Isla JonesOliver Edwards
50Young Voices Class 50 Young Singers’ English Song - School year 13 and underHuddersfield SingersPoppy FergusonEvie Rose OwenIsla Jones
51Young Voices Class 51 Young Singers' RosebowlHuddersfield Choral Society RosebowlDamien Stirling  
52Young Voices Class 52 The Magic of Walt Disney - School year 4 and underMagic of Walt Disney School yr.4 and underOphelia Brooke Smith Millie SandersonGrace Gledhill and Mollie Hutton
53Young Voices Class 53 The Magic of Walt Disney - School year 5Julie Cocking TrophyNoa SeniorImogen OwenEyden Harrison Roberts
54Young Voices Class 54 The Magic of Walt Disney - School year 6Frank K. LockwoodPixie PettigrewBilly KingMia Kathoke and Sophia Turner
55Young Voices Class 55 The Magic of Walt Disney - School year 7Magic of Walt Disney Yr 7Zara PetherbridgeMatilda HuntMatilda Wigham
56Young Voices Class 56 The Magic of Walt Disney - School year 8 Joseph E. BerryIsobel GleichHarry BreenRosalind Ireland
57Young Voices Class 57 The Magic of Walt Disney - School year 9The Magic of Walt Disney - school year 9Freya LowSienna HinsonFlorence Lee and Flora Bradley
58Young Voices Class 58 The Magic of Walt Disney - School years 10 and 11Burhouse CupClementine MellingGabriella Hoyle and Lexi PygottPhoebe Luch and Theah Atkin and Mia Tebb
59Young Voices Class 59 The Magic of Walt Disney - School years 12 and 13Burhouse TrophyEvie Rose OwenAurelia Grundy and Aron MirDamien Stirling
60Young VoicesClass 60 Music Theatre - School year 5 and underHuddersfield Vocal UnionNoa SeniorAoife SaundersImogen Antich and Alice Johnson Bland
61Young VoicesClass 61 Music Theatre - School years 6 and 7Lindley Am. Op.Billy KingPixie Pettigrew and Annie HuttonPoppy Greenwood and Matilda Wigham and Sofia Margaglione
62Young VoicesClass 62 Music Theatre - School year 8CrowtreesHarry BreenIsobel Gleich and Rosalind IrelandPoppy Dalay and Nellie Bee
63Young VoicesClass 63 Music Theatre - School year 9Music Theatre Yr 9Tavleen SiviaFlorence LeeSienna Hinson and Georgi Konyk
64Young VoicesClass 64 Music Theatre - School year 10Joanna McIntyreClementine MellingIsaac SarsfieldAlfie Roden and Mea Hopkins
65Young VoicesClass 65 Music Theatre School year 11Music Theatre Year 11Lexi PygottImogen BurnTheah Atkin and Tilly McCarthy
66Young VoicesClass 66 Music Theatre - School years 12 and 13Amy CrowtherAurelia GrundyAron MirEvie Rose Owen
67Young VoicesClass 67 Unaccompanied Folk Song- School year 11 and underJ.W. Horsfall TrophyClementine MellingAnnie HuttonRosalind Ireland
68Young VoicesClass 68 Pop Ballad - age between 14 and 17 inclusiveGreenhead College TrophyAron MirEvie Rose Owen and Sienna HinsonAurelia Grundy and Jessical Gledhill
69Young VoicesClass 69 Young Singers' Vocal Recital - School years 10 to 13Lee TrophyEvie Rose OwenDamien StirlingIsla Jones
70Adult voicesClass 70 Stephen SondheimFirth TrophyDamien StirlingPoppy Bazlinton 
71Adult voicesClass 71 Ivor NovelloNancy LockwoodPoppy BazlingtonClaire Helm 
72Adult voices Class 72 Solo voice; soprano/mezzosoprano/alto/ tenor/bassJoyce ExleyClaire Helm Hannah KrekelTamsin Mohammed and Peter Habergham
73Adult voicesClass 73 Oratorio or Sacred Work solo - age 17 and overDrake Rose BowlHannah KrekelClaire HelmColin Shires
74Adult voicesClass 74 Operatic solo - age 17 years and overHuddersfield Am. Op. Soc. TrophyClaire HelmDamien StirlingHannah Krekel and Emily Jackson
75Adult voicesClass 75 British/American Composer solo - age 17 years and overHerman Booth TrophyClaire HelmColin ShiresPeter Habergham and Yan Lam Lee
76Adult voicesClass 76 French Melodie - age 17 years and overFrench Song CupColin ShiresAmy Winterbone 
77Adult voicesClass 77 German Lieder - age 17 years and overGordon Balmforth TrophyDamien StirlingColin Shires 
78Adult voicesClass 78 The Rose BowlSamuel Firth Silver Rose BowlClaire Helm  
79Adult voicesClass 79 The Magic of Walt Disney - age 17 years and overPamela Bowden TrophyIsabelle Goodall MunroeGeorgia Walsh and Hayley PorterAurelia Grundy and Laura Tebble
80Adult voicesClass 80 Pop Ballad - age 17 years and overLaurence Turner TrophyAurelia GrundyGeorgia WalshIsabell Goodall-Munroe
81Adult voicesClass 81 Vocal Duet -age 17 years and overVocal Duet age 17 and over A and BSara Elisa Gessa and Melanie Van Schoote  
82Adult voicesClass 82 Music Theatre - age 17 years and overHudd Light Op Soc TrophyAmy WinterboneAurelia Grundy Poppy Bazlinton and Isabelle Goodall Munroe
83Adult voicesClass 83 Light Opera - age 17 years and overSowerby Bridge G and S TrophyClaire Helm  
84Adult voicesClass 84 Vocal Recital - age 17 years and overMabel Sykes TrophyMadeline Hicks  
86ChoirsClass 86 KS2 workshop performanceJanet Elaine Berry TrophySt John Church of England School  
87ChoirsClass 87  Junior Choir Hymns and Sacred Songs School year 6 and underLuke Settle ShieldLindley School ChoirHymers Junior School Choir 
88ChoirsClass 88 Junior Choir - Previous non-winners - School year 6 and underDorothy DrinkwaterLindley Junior School Young VoicesSt Chad's Junior Choir 
89ChoirsClass 89 Junior Choir- Christmas/Festive - School year 6 and underEarnest Woodhead ShieldSt Chad's SchoolLindley School Choir and Bradshaw School Choir 
90ChoirsClass 90 Junior Choir -Open to all - School year 6 and underSamuel Firth ShieldBradshaw School ChoirHymers Junior School ChoirLindley School Choir
91ChoirsClass 91 Young People’s Choir - School year 9 and underRobertshawHuddersfield Choral Youth Choir  
92ChoirsClass 92 Young People’s Choir - School year 11 and underWaverly SchoolHuddersfield Choral Youth ChoirNorth Halifax Grammar School Choir 
93ChoirsClass 93 Young people's Choir 21 years and under Young Peoples ChoirAmabileHuddersfield Choral Youth ChoirHill House School Choir
94ChoirsClass 94 Local choirsPeterborough Choir TrophyLindley Community ChoirNew Mill Male Voice Choir 
95ChoirsClass 95 Barbershop QuartetsDaphne ThorpDiversion  
96ChoirsClass 96 Community ChoirsJohn CrowtherKnot Another ChoirLindley Community ChoirRetrophonix Pop Choir 
97ChoirsClass 97  Adult/Mixed age ChoirJoseph Hancock TrophyKnot Another ChoirPeterborough Chamber ChoirHalifax Musical Theatre Choir
98ChoirsClass 98 Adult/Mixed age Small Choir - up to 20 voicesColne Valley M.V.ChoirImpromptu  
99ChoirsClass 99 Adult/Mixed Aged Female Voice Choir 21 voices and overCelia WarnerPeterborough VoicesPendle Ladies Choir and Main Street Sound 
100ChoirsClass 100 Adult/Mixed Aged Male Voice Choir - 21 voices and overBrighouse TrophyPeterborough Male Voice ChoirVox CantosColne Valley Male Voice Choir
101ChoirsClass 101 Adult/Mixed Aged Mixed Voice Choir - 21 voices and overHepworth TrophyJoy Choir  
102ChoirsClass 102 Choir Programme - open to choirs in classes 94 to 101Honley M.V. C Golden Jubilee TrophyColne Valley Male Voice ChoirPeterborough Male Voice Choir and Peterborough VoicesImpromtu
103ChoirsClass 103 Choir ChallengeJessie Jameson Centenary  batonPeterborough Voices  
104Spoken WordClass 104
Welcome Class for performers of School Year Reception and under
Inner Wheel Of HuddersfieldPerry Cornelly and Roman Punshon  
105Spoken WordClass 105 verse speaking - School Year 4 and underReid CupJessie CornellyGrave Gledhill and Philippa DodsonAoife Saunders and Lottie Drake
106Spoken WordClass 106 Verse Speaking - School Year 6 and underSusan Mallison CupSophia TurnerPaige Olivia BrearleyMilly Radcliffe
107Spoken WordClass 107 Verse Speaking - School Year 9 and underNellie Barker Speech TrophyBridget ThomasOlivia TurnerTallulah McCarthy
108Spoken WordClass 108 Humorous verse speaking KS1Coral Willis TrophyJessie CornellySundae ChristopherAriella Ashton Frankland
109Spoken WordClass 109 Humorous verse speaking Year 4 and underHumorous Verse Speaking Yr 4Indiya FaceyLottie DrakeAlbie Miners
110Spoken WordClass 110 Humorous Verse Speaking - School Year 6 and underBurhouse AwardFinn GoodfellowHetty Bradley 
111Spoken WordClass 111 Humorous Verse Speaking - School Year 9 and underHumorous Verse Speaking Yr 9Tallulah McCarthyBridget Thomas 
115Spoken WordClass 115 Prepared Reading - School Year 6 and underDorothy SteadPaige Olivia BrearleySophie Turner 
116Spoken WordClass 116 Prepared Reading - School Year 9 and underSusan HynesBridget ThomasOlivia TurnerFinnlay Poole and Tallulah McCarthy
117Spoken WordClass 117 Sight Reading - School Year 6 and under Jun.S.R.TrophyPaige BrearleyAoife Saunders 
118Spoken WordClass 118 Prepared Reading from a Holy Book School Year 6 and underWillie StephensonAlbie Minors  
121Spoken WordClass 121 Story telling School Years 7 to 10 Story telling school years 7 to 10Matilda Smith  
122Spoken WordClass 122 Business Pitch School Years 6 and underYorkshire Building Society CupPaige Olivia Brearley  
123Spoken WordClass 123 Business Pitch School Years 7 to 9Business pitch school years 7 to 9Linus Goodridge  
125Spoken WordClass 125 Solo Acting School - year 6 and under Valerie JacksonSophie TurnerPaige Olivia BrearleyDarcie Moss
126Spoken WordClass 126 Solo Acting School - year 9 and under Lillian SunderlandBridget ThomasTallulah McCarthyFinnlay Poole
127Spoken WordClass 127 Solo Acting School - year 11 and under SterlingHarrison Turner Hazel Olivia HainesIsaac Sarsfield
128Spoken WordClass 128 Solo Acting - Shakespeare - School year 11 and under Solo Acting - Shakespeare school year 11 and underBridget ThomasLaila BattiwallaRosalind Ireland and Olivia Harris
133Spoken WordClass 133 Prepared Reading - openHuddersfield Examiner Rose BowlLinda McGuinDavid Cullis 
134Spoken WordClass 134 Prepared poetry reading - openPoet Laureate AwardDavid Cullis  
135Spoken WordClass 135 Sight Reading - openAdult S.R. cupLinda McGuinDavid Cullis 
138Spoken WordClass 138 Solo acting - openThelma BarlowMolly GrayDavid Cullis 
139Spoken WordClass 139 Dramatic solo - Shakespeare - openBallcraftDavid CullisMolly Gray 
140Spoken WordClass 140 Dialect speaking - open Arthur KinderAlan Walker and Carol WalkerChristine GoodwinCharmaine Straker Purvis
141Spoken WordClass 141 Duo Dialect speaking - openDuo Dialect Speaking A & BChristine Goodwin and David WilkinsonAlan Walker and Carol WalkerCharmaine Straker Purvis and David Wilkinson
144Spoken WordClass 144 Dialect Poetry Writing - open Dialect Poetry cupDavid RamsdenChristine GoodwinDavid Bailey
 Other trophiesMost memorable performance in classes 86 to 93Arthur Rooke trophyAmabile  
 Other trophiesMost Promising Non Winner In classes 48 49 and 50Louise HinchliffeEvie Rose Owen  
 Other trophiesBest Overall Verse Speaking year 11 and underScholes trophyJessie Cornelly  
 Other trophiesBest Of Kirklees in class 10David Cawthra trophyOrla Saunders  
 Other trophiesMost Promising Non Winner In classes 48 49 and 50Andrea HampshirePixie Pettigrew  
 YMYYoung Musician Of The Year   YMYToby Johnson JonesChristopher LoBen Baldwin
 Other trophiesMost Promising PianistEileen BassOrla Saunders  
 Other trophiesBest Single Piece In Adult Choir SectionCentenary trophyKnot Another Choir - Steal Away  
 Other trophiesJunior Singers Challenge   Mrs Albert Hirst TrophyAnnie Hutton  
       

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